“Spunk. Edge. Beauty. Grit. Modern day cowgirl! If you ain't listening, you ain't living.” - Tam Goodling
— Cary Review
“Monika Jaymes is plain and simply one of the most talented singers and perceptive songwriters that stalks America's stages today. PERIOD. I've been around a long time and have worked with legends. None has been more comfortable in staking out their territory on stage. Nobody gave her a place to stand. She built it.” - Walt Wetherington
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Bio
Hailing from the heart of North Carolina, The Monika Jaymes Band fuses the raw edge of rock 'n' roll with the heartfelt storytelling of southern roots. Their sound is a modern twist on classic southern rock, driven by searing guitar riffs, thundering rhythms, and a voice that soars like a wildfire through the night.
With Monika's powerhouse vocals leading the charge, the band's HIGH-ENERGY performances are a celebration of life, love, and the untamed spirit of the South, leaving crowds on their feet and begging for more. A festival favorite, with their unique versions of cover songs and nostalgic originals, they bring an electrifying mix of grit, soul, and swagger to every stage they play.
These musicians have performed nationwide, headlining venues like House of Blues, The Fillmore, Rams Head, casinos, theaters, and private corporate events. In addition to her own band, Monika portrays “Stevie Nicks” in the touring tribute act 17 - A Stevie Nicks Odyssey.
Shared the stage with:
- Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
- Marshall Tucker Band
- Edwin McCain
- Joe Nichols
- Artimus Pyle of Lynyrd Skynyrd
- Parmalee
- Jason Michael Carroll
- Geneva
- Rehab The Lacs
- The Moonshine Bandits
- NANTUCKET
Venues/Festivals:
- House of Blues, SC
- The Ritz, NC
- The Fillmore Charlotte, NC
- Lincoln Theatre, NC
- The Longbranch, NC
- Morehead Center for the Performing Arts, NC - 2x
- NC State Fair
- Down South Music Festival, NC
- Spring Folly Music Festival, NC
- July 4th Downtown Raleigh, NC - 2x
- Crepe Myrtle Festival, NC
- Swansboro Summer Concert Series, NC - 3x
- Beaufort Wine Festival, NC - 5x
- Wyndam PGA Golf Tournament, NC
- Festival Park - Veteran's Day, NC
- Idlewild Music Festival, NC
- Capital City Bike Fest, NC
- Angier Bike Fest, NC - 2x
- Angier Earth Day Festival, NC
- SlayerFest, NC - 2x
- St. Patrick's Day Festival, Emerald Isle, NC - 4x
- Latta Spring Festival, SC
- Red Rose Festival, SC
- Western Maryland Music Festival, MD
- VA Women's Festival, VA
- Back of the Dragon Road to the OTR Event, VA
Awards:
- Nominated: 3 Carolina Music Awards - Best Rock Female
- Nominated: 3 Charlotte Music Awards - Best Rock Female, Best Country Female, and Best Country Band
- Semi Finalist International Song Competition. (ISC)
- Voted Best Live Vocalist (The Underground, W. Palm Beach, FL)
Booking
Heartbeat Music Agency
info@heartbeatmusicagency.com
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